Did You Know Orthopedic Sports Therapy Offers Pelvic Floor Therapy?
Pelvic pain is an important part of what we treat at Orthopedic Sports Therapy. At our Tempe physical therapy clinic, we know there are a lot of painful pelvic conditions that impact the lives of many men, women and transgender people that is why we provide services like Pelvic Floor Therapy.
Pain and additional issues surrounding the pelvic floor can occur for a number of reasons. It can be limiting, embarrassing and even shaming. It can hinder your daily life and prevent you from doing some of your daily tasks or activities you love.
Through our targeted programs, we can help reduce or eliminate the pain and symptoms you are experiencing. Contact Orthopedic Sports Therapy today to schedule your consultation!
What Does Pelvic Floor Therapy Focus On?
Pelvic floor therapy focuses on treating the joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and other structures of the pelvic floor. When muscles in the pelvic area become tight or weak, your daily life can be negatively impacted, because this region helps in supporting the core of your body and is a key part of everyday movement.
One of our specialized Tempe physical therapists will take a look at your medical history and your goals, and conduct a thorough examination to decide what type of treatment you’ll need. This may include stretches, neuromuscular re-eduation, manual therapy, and at home exercises to reduce pain and strengthen or loosen your pelvic muscles, depending on your condition.
Some common pelvic conditions that Orthopedic Sports Therapy can treat are as follows:
- Overactive bladder muscles
- Weak pelvic floor muscles
- Bloating and abdominal pressure
- Vaginismus
- Vulvodynia
- Tight pelvic floor muscles
- Damaged bladder nerves (caused by diseases such as diabetes, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson’s)
- Damaged pelvic floor nerves (caused by childbirth, injury, or surgery)
- Urinary or bowel leakage
- Pain with sexual activity
- Constipation
- Hyperactive bladder
- Transgender post operative pelvic pain
Treatment Methods for Pelvic Pain
Depending on your pain levels and specific condition, there are several different types of treatment methods your Orthopedic Sports Therapy pelvic floor specialist may use to relieve pelvic pain.
Here are some examples of methods your pelvic floor specialist may use.
- Manual therapy applied to the involved structures and tissue
- Increasing endurance of the core, strength, and stability in hip muscles and pelvic floor
- The use of biofeedback for pelvic floor training
- Performing strengthening exercises
- Improving posture/positions
- Participating in an exercising/mobility program.
- Relaxation techniques
- Diaphragmatic breathing exercises
- Treatment of the adjacent joints and structures, such as hips and lumbar spine
How Can I Get Started?
Pelvic floor rehabilitation is important, and can benefit people from all walks of life. Here at Orthopedic Sports Therapy, we want you to be able to live your life comfortably. If you are suffering from pelvic pain, don’t wait any longer to contact our Tempe or Ahwatukee physical therapy office.
We’ll help relieve your pelvic pain condition so you can get back to living your life. Give us a call today!